Core Molding Technologies Inc (CMT)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
CMT
Core Molding Technologies Inc
$26.95
-1.61%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $258.61M
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
MP Materials Corp generates 1% more annual revenue ($275.46M vs $273.80M). CMT leads profitability with a 4.1% profit margin vs -31.2%. CMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CMT
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+23.1%
Fair Value
$26.10
Current Price
$26.95
$0.85 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
19.5% revenue growth
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CMT
The strongest argument for CMT centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CMT
The primary concerns for CMT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Thin 4.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CMT profiles as a growth stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
CMT generates stronger free cash flow (-3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CMT scores higher overall (54/100 vs 28/100) and 19.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Core Molding Technologies Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Core Molding Technologies, Inc., is dedicated to the molding of thermoplastic and thermoset structural products. The company is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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